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who owns crucial

Crucial, the computer memory and storage brand (known for its RAM and SSDs), is owned by Micron Technology, Inc. , a large U.S.-based memory and storage manufacturer headquartered in Boise, Idaho.

Who owns Crucial?

  • Crucial is a consumer brand of Micron Technology, a global leader in memory and storage solutions.
  • Micron describes Crucial as its dedicated consumer brand for DRAM and SSD products that are sold directly to end users worldwide.

About Micron Technology

  • Micron Technology is one of the world’s major manufacturers of DRAM, flash storage, and SSDs, supplying components to many PC and server makers.
  • Founded in 1978 and based in Boise, Idaho, Micron has been a key player in the memory industry for over four decades.

The Crucial brand story

  • Crucial was launched in 1996 to let everyday consumers buy memory upgrades directly from a major manufacturer instead of only through PC builders.
  • Over time, Crucial has grown into a global brand offering memory and storage products in more than 100 countries.

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